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Tuesday November 8, 2011

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The sandwich generation -- or NYNOs

No, not THAT kind of sandwich. "Sandwich" as in "sandwiched" between two generations - Not Young, and Not Old. (Contributed by: Robyn Lee/Flikr)

Suddenly, many Canadians are finding themselves at a stage in life that is catching them a bit by surprise.

If you're worried about a parent who is getting on in years, or the cost of housing for your kids, or how long your knees will hold out so you can keep on running marathons... you're Not Young Not Old -- you're a NYNO (that's nee-noh for those curious how to say it).

Radio West's new columnist Star Weiss explains the idea to host Rebecca Zandbergen.